‘Hooray for that little difference’: This quote by Erich Kästner was something we took to heart when working on the design for Motel One Dresden-Palaisplatz. We made sure to get even the smallest details right. The theme of the hotel’s interior design is something of an open book, with everything revolving around the Dresden-born author himself, and, of course, his wonderful stories that have won over our hearts.
Our whistle-stop design tour will take you on a journey through bygone days, leading you back to your childhood – where there are plenty of familiar things to discover.
Chapter one
Even the spine of a book can be spine-tingling in itself, especially if it’s one of Erich Kästner’s well-known works – and if it’s serving as a super-sized decoration on the reception desk, like at our Motel One hotel. It’ll have you drifting into childhood memories in no time at all as you sink back into the plush sofas from B&B Italia.
Once upon a time
... Emil, Annaluise and Anton – and not to forget Lottie and Lisa. Can you cast your mind back? Our breakfast area is where Kästner’s children all congregate: they’re hiding in the wall drawings, just waiting for morning to come so they can entice you into their colourful world of fantasy. After all, you mustn’t forget that ‘only those who grow up and still remain children are real human beings.’
High-flyers
When you step into our lobby, one thing quickly becomes clear: world literature doesn’t always have to be weighty. How so? The lobby is home to white pendant lights that float above the space, shaped like open books. You’re guaranteed to have a lightbulb moment.
